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King Edward VI School, Lichfield
Dates:
- Apply by: 9.00am Monday 5 October 2026
- Interviews: Tuesday 13 October 2026
Salary:
- Grade 5: £27,274 - £28,153 per annum – pro rata
- Actual starting salary: £20,486 - £21,147 per annum
Contract Type:
- Part Time: 32.5 hours per week – Term time + 3 additional days
Contract Term:
- Permanent
Required by:
- As soon as possible
About the Role
We are looking to appoint a self-motivated, organised, and committed Senior Catering Assistant with good communication skills to join our friendly, experienced team. You would work under the overall direction of the Catering Manager but would also need to be able to supervise a small team in the absence of the Catering Manager. Our ideal candidate is someone who is creative and able to use initiative. Your skills in working with colleagues and young people are as important as previous catering experience.
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- Assist in the planning and production of school meals.
- Assist with menu options and advise on healthy eating and nutrition.
- Assist with the ordering of food and other commodities required.
- Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements, with particular regard to Health & Safety, Hygiene Regulations, and control of food allergens.
- Support the Senior Catering Manager in the operation of stock control.
- Wash and clear utensils and kitchen equipment, including machinery and clean kitchen premises as required.
- Support and assist in the preparation required for any special functions organized by the school.
- IT and administrative skills would also be appreciated.
- Previous experience of working in a busy school kitchen is desirable.
Working Hours
Working hours are negotiable around 7:30am – 2:20pm in term time and there is scope to work additional hours at school events.
About the School
King Edward VI School is a popular 11-18 comprehensive school rated Good by OfSTED in 2022 with recognition of outstanding practice and a highly positive ethos. The school is well-regarded within the community and has a reputation for high quality teaching. Lichfield is a small, vibrant cathedral city which is easily accessible from the surrounding areas.
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Application Information
For further information and all the documents you will need to make an application, please visit our website www.keslichfield.org.uk, email office@keslichfield.org.uk or telephone 01543 255714.
Safeguarding
This school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This position is subject to a criminal records check from the Disclosure & Barring Service (Formerly CRB) which will require you to disclose all criminal convictions.
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